IDF strikes 80 Hezbollah sites in Lebanon after ceasefire violations
The escalation underscores the fragility of ceasefires in the region, diminishing prospects for lasting peace and increasing regional instability. The post IDF strikes 80 Hezbollah sites in Lebanon after ceasefire violations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/19/2026, 9:44:55 AM
Iran cancels US talks after Israel-Hezbollah clashes escalate
Iran's cancellation of US talks signals heightened regional tensions, potentially destabilizing geopolitical dynamics and hindering peace efforts. The post Iran cancels US talks after Israel-Hezbollah clashes escalate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/19/2026, 9:37:43 AM
HIVE shares jump as $220M AI deal speeds Bitcoin mining pivot
HIVE shares rose after BUZZ HPC signed a $220M AI cloud deal with Bell and Cohere, adding sovereign GPU capacity in Canada.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/19/2026, 9:36:49 AM
Stratosphere, Pudgy Penguins, and Streamex Host Founders Table VIP Dinner at ETHConf 2026 and NYC Tech Week
Stratosphere, Pudgy Penguins, and Streamex hosted a private Founders Table VIP Dinner in New York City during ETHConf 2026 and NYC Tech Week, bringing together leaders across digital assets, tech, AI, traditional finance, and institutional capital. The invite-only dinner took place on June 9th, gathering a curated room of founders, operators, fund...
By PR DESK 6/19/2026, 9:34:39 AM
South Korea weighs opening crypto transfer licenses to fintech firms
South Korea has begun considering rules that could allow fintech firms, not just cryptocurrency exchanges, to participate in a new licensing regime for cross-border digital asset transfers scheduled to take effect in December. Officials from relevant government agencies and industry…
By Rony Roy 6/19/2026, 9:33:19 AM
World Cup prediction markets surge as Mexico’s Luis Romo goal drives $2M in crypto trading volume
The surge in crypto trading linked to World Cup events highlights the growing intersection of sports and decentralized finance, reshaping fan engagement. The post World Cup prediction markets surge as Mexico’s Luis Romo goal drives $2M in crypto trading volume appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 9:32:18 AM
Early users retain access to Anthropic’s Mythos AI despite US government shutdown order
The swift regulatory action highlights the tension between innovation and security, potentially hindering AI advancements and investor confidence. The post Early users retain access to Anthropic’s Mythos AI despite US government shutdown order appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 9:31:56 AM
RWA Perps Hit Record Highs: Is DeFi Trading Finding Its Next Volume Engine?
Record $211B RWA‑perp volume in May as equity‑underlying perps jump 121% and Binance holds 55.7% share. Practical risks, venues, and strategies to watch.
By Sophia Bennett 6/19/2026, 9:31:45 AM
Israeli airstrikes kill 18 in Lebanon as Hezbollah kills 4 Israeli soldiers
The escalating conflict undermines ceasefire efforts, heightens regional instability, and diminishes prospects for a lasting peace agreement. The post Israeli airstrikes kill 18 in Lebanon as Hezbollah kills 4 Israeli soldiers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/19/2026, 9:31:03 AM
FIFA World Cup matchday 8 sparks 28% rally in Chiliz token as crypto meets global football
The integration of blockchain in global events like the World Cup could revolutionize fan engagement and reshape the sports economy. The post FIFA World Cup matchday 8 sparks 28% rally in Chiliz token as crypto meets global football appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 9:30:42 AM
El Salvador Adds to Bitcoin Reserve Again as Daily Buys Push Stack Past 7,680 BTC
El Salvador has bought more bitcoin for its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, extending a daily buying habit that has lifted the national stack above 7,600 BTC worth more than $510 million. Buying the Dip, Every Day El Salvador has once again added to its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, summing up its strategy in four words, i.e. “Buying […]
By Shiraz Jagati 6/19/2026, 9:30:31 AM
Verge (XVG) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030, Can Privacy Coins Regain Relevance?
The post Verge (XVG) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030, Can Privacy Coins Regain Relevance? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The Live XVG Price Is In 2026, XVG’s price jumped to $0.0150 due to growing interest in vergePay as a lightweight privacy payment option. By 2030, Verge’s future hinges on whether privacy coins...
By Rizwan Ansari 6/19/2026, 9:26:37 AM
Digital credit market hit by huge selloff as Strive CEO blames leverage liquidations
Matt Cole says forced selling from leveraged investors pushed STRC and SATA sharply lower before both rebounded.
By James Van Straten 6/19/2026, 9:19:28 AM
Bitcoin activity nears record highs on microtransaction surge
Near-record OP_RETURN usage is driving a surge in low-value Bitcoin transactions, pushing Bitcoin network activity close to all-time highs despite muted price action.
By Cointelegraph 6/19/2026, 9:16:04 AM
This New Pi Network Update Makes Life Easier for Pioneers
Meanwhile, PI's price continues to struggle to stay afloat at $0.13.
By Jordan Lyanchev 6/19/2026, 9:16:00 AM
Wells Fargo Upgrades One S&P 500 Sector to ‘Favorable,’ Says Investing in the Sector Can Help Reduce Risks Posed by Inflated Stocks
Wells Fargo’s brokerage, investing and financial advisory division is highlighting one S&P 500 sector that could act as a defensive investment as some stock prices reach inflated levels. Wells Fargo Advisors says that it has a “favorable” rating on the materials sector because a “combination of cyclical and secular forces are aligning to improve”...
By Mark Emem 6/19/2026, 9:15:44 AM
PremiumBlock Builds a Single Risk Hub for User-Created Prediction Markets, Perps, and Web3 Poker
PremiumBlock has launched a non-custodial risk hub for decentralized prediction markets, perpetual futures, and Web3 poker — giving crypto users a single, wallet-native destination to create markets, trade outcomes, access perps, and participate in on-chain poker without relying on a centralized custodian. One Wallet. Every Kind of Risk....
By PR DESK 6/19/2026, 9:15:12 AM
Bank of Russia cuts key interest rate to 14% as inflation slows from wartime peak
The rate cut may boost Russian equities by encouraging riskier investments, but inflation volatility remains a significant economic threat. The post Bank of Russia cuts key interest rate to 14% as inflation slows from wartime peak appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 9:08:04 AM
Uniswap whale activity reaches 7-month high after Standard Chartered’s $100 price target
Increased whale activity highlights potential volatility and underscores the speculative nature of DeFi investments amid ambitious price forecasts. The post Uniswap whale activity reaches 7-month high after Standard Chartered’s $100 price target appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 9:08:02 AM
PremiumBlock Launches Non-Custodial Risk Hub for User-Created Prediction Markets, Perps and Web3 Poker
PremiumBlock Launches Non-Custodial Risk Hub for User-Created Prediction Markets, Perps and Web3 Poker
By Chainwire 6/19/2026, 9:05:49 AM
30 Million XRP Whale Exodus: Why Millionaire Wallets Are Selling Ripple's 'North Star'
XRP whales dump 30 million tokens, sparking a bearish ripple effect on the price.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 6/19/2026, 9:04:00 AM
Goldman Sachs lowers gold target, and Bitcoin may feel the pressure
Goldman Sachs cut its year-end gold target to $4,900 as delayed Fed rate cuts pressure gold, Bitcoin and broader risk appetite.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/19/2026, 9:03:57 AM
Sui Price Forecast: SUI risks a deeper bearish leg despite on-chain resilience
Sui (SUI) price continues to lose its ground for the fourth straight day, inching closer to $0.7000 at press time on Friday.
By N/A 6/19/2026, 8:55:58 AM
Former Ethereum Contributor Warns of Funding Crisis Ahead
The post Former Ethereum Contributor Warns of Funding Crisis Ahead appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A former Ethereum Foundation contributor has warned that Ethereum’s development ecosystem could face a funding crunch within the next three to nine months. This raises concerns about the network’s ability to continue delivering major...
By Debashree Patra 6/19/2026, 8:53:58 AM
Kevin Warsh just killed crypto’s rate-cut trade. Here is what changes
Kevin Warsh held rates but flipped the dot plot from cuts to hikes, killing crypto's rate-cut trade. Why the reversal matters more than the hold.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/19/2026, 8:50:42 AM
Microsoft found malware that hijacks crypto wallets and spreads through USB sticks
The software intercepts shortcut files and directs them to install a worm that harvests private keys from the Windows clipboard and inserts its own destination wallet addresses when it detects a transfer.
By Omkar Godbole 6/19/2026, 8:48:14 AM
Xi Jinping urges China to boost demand amid economic challenges
China's focus on boosting demand through structural reforms and international cooperation may reshape global economic dynamics and investor strategies. The post Xi Jinping urges China to boost demand amid economic challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 8:45:24 AM
Canada crushes Qatar 6-0 for first-ever World Cup win as crypto sponsors circle the tournament
Canada's historic win boosts national soccer morale and highlights crypto's growing influence in global sports sponsorships. The post Canada crushes Qatar 6-0 for first-ever World Cup win as crypto sponsors circle the tournament appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 8:45:19 AM
Luis Romo wins Michelob Ultra Superior Player of the Match trophy
Romo's decisive goal not only advances Mexico in the World Cup but also boosts national morale and strategic flexibility for future matches. The post Luis Romo wins Michelob Ultra Superior Player of the Match trophy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 8:44:31 AM
One in five top UK SMEs is seeing demand for crypto payments, report finds
UK merchants have ranked cryptocurrency payments among emerging customer demands, even as security and payment simplicity remain their top priorities, according to a new whitepaper released by payment technology provider DECTA. A new DECTA whitepaper shared with crypto.news, based on…
By Rony Roy 6/19/2026, 8:38:56 AM
North Korea’s crypto hack spree draws fresh G7 warning
G7 leaders urged joint action on North Korea crypto theft as reports tie DPRK hackers to $2.02B stolen in 2025 and missile funding.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/19/2026, 8:35:35 AM
2 Major Red Flags for Ripple’s Price as XRP Dumps 4.5% Daily: Details
On the positive side, the spot XRP ETFs continue to attract capital.
By Jordan Lyanchev 6/19/2026, 8:31:36 AM
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Greenlights Crypto Tax of 0.2% on Every Transfer Starting 2027
Illinois has enacted a 0.2% tax on digital asset transfers that will apply whether a trade ends in profit or loss, beginning Jan. 1, 2027. Industry groups have branded the measure the most punitive crypto tax in the U.S. and are already pushing for a repeal. A Tax on Movement, Not Profit Illinois has become […]
By Shiraz Jagati 6/19/2026, 8:30:27 AM
Mexico qualifies for 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 as crypto sponsors make their tournament debut
The expanded World Cup format and crypto sponsorships could reshape fan engagement and investment dynamics, blending sports with digital finance. The post Mexico qualifies for 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 as crypto sponsors make their tournament debut appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 8:22:19 AM
Mexico wins Group A after Raúl Rangel’s stunning double save denies South Korea late equalizer
Mexico's top finish in Group A boosts their confidence and strategic standing, potentially altering their trajectory in the knockout stages. The post Mexico wins Group A after Raúl Rangel’s stunning double save denies South Korea late equalizer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 8:21:30 AM
Mexico beats South Korea at 2026 World Cup as crypto prediction markets see $2M in match volume
The rise in crypto prediction markets and fan tokens during the World Cup highlights growing integration of blockchain in sports engagement. The post Mexico beats South Korea at 2026 World Cup as crypto prediction markets see $2M in match volume appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 8:20:41 AM
Israeli airstrike reportedly kills Hezbollah leader Nasrallah in Beirut
The reported killing of Nasrallah escalates tensions, jeopardizing peace efforts and ceasefire talks, with markets anticipating further conflict. The post Israeli airstrike reportedly kills Hezbollah leader Nasrallah in Beirut appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 6/19/2026, 8:16:44 AM
How will Bitcoin react after the $2.13B options expiry?
Bitcoin and Ethereum options worth $2.13B expired below max pain, keeping $60K Bitcoin support and $1,725 ETH level in focus.
By Olivia Stephanie 6/19/2026, 8:15:34 AM
3Commas Launches QuantPilot as an End-to-End Platform for Turning Plain-Language Prompts Into Trading Setups
With the waitlist now closed, 3Commas has launched QuantPilot to the public as an end-to-end platform for AI-assisted trading strategy development. The platform gives users one environment for market research, backtesting, strategy optimization, and planned live execution.
By Crypto Daily 6/19/2026, 8:10:43 AM
1inch Network Token (1INCH) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is a Massive DeFi Comeback Ahead?
The post 1inch Network Token (1INCH) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is a Massive DeFi Comeback Ahead? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of 1 Inch network crypto is . 1inch Network token is consolidating near historic lows in 2026, but strong DeFi adoption and protocol upgrades could drive a recovery toward...
By Yash Jain 6/19/2026, 8:06:00 AM
New Crypto-Stealing Malware in the Wild, Microsoft Warns: Details
Microsoft has warned of a sophisticated crypto-stealing malware campaign, dubbed CryptoBandits, that spreads via infected USB drives and hijacks wallet addresses, seed phrases, and private keys.
By Arman Shirinyan 6/19/2026, 8:06:00 AM
Goldman Sachs cuts year-end gold target by $500, doubting rate cuts
Goldman Sachs revised its year-end forecast for gold to $4,900, indicating a rise from current levels, but less than previously expected.
By Felix Ng 6/19/2026, 8:05:37 AM
Strive CEO: Sharp STRC, SATA Drops Were Leverage Liquidations, Not Credit Failures
According to Cole, strong collateral can sometimes encourage excessive risk-taking instead of preventing it.
By Wayne Jones 6/19/2026, 8:05:20 AM
Peter Schiff Blasts MSTR Meltdown
Schiff, a staunch Bitcoin critic, claims that the company's heavily leveraged crypto-treasury model is a "financial house of cards."
By Alex Dovbnya 6/19/2026, 8:02:00 AM
S&P 500 Chip Rebound: Why Intel and Apple Put Semiconductors Back in the Rally Driver Seat
S&P 500 record and a 6% SOX rebound put chips back in charge as Intel foundry headlines and Apple chatter sway sentiment. Key catalysts, risks, and signals to watch.
By Andrei Popescu 6/19/2026, 8:01:52 AM
Argentina faces striker dilemma after Messi hat-trick powers 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria
Argentina's striker dilemma highlights the depth of talent, offering strategic flexibility but also challenging Scaloni's selection decisions. The post Argentina faces striker dilemma after Messi hat-trick powers 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 7:58:29 AM
Hong Kong launches e-HKD pilot for after hours derivatives margin payments
Hong Kong’s market operator and central bank have begun testing a wholesale central bank digital currency for derivatives trading, expanding the use of digital money within the city’s financial infrastructure. A joint announcement from Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX)…
By Rony Roy 6/19/2026, 7:58:24 AM
Upbit lists 9 new tokens including PEAQ, LIT, and AMP on BTC and USDT markets
Upbit's new token listings highlight the dynamic nature of crypto markets, influencing investor strategies and market volatility. The post Upbit lists 9 new tokens including PEAQ, LIT, and AMP on BTC and USDT markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 7:55:44 AM
Former contributor warns Ethereum faces funding crisis in 3 to 9 months
Ethereum's potential funding crisis could undermine its development, prompting a need for decentralized funding solutions to ensure sustainability. The post Former contributor warns Ethereum faces funding crisis in 3 to 9 months appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 6/19/2026, 7:55:41 AM
Top 10 Layer-1 Blockchain Cryptos in June 2026
Layer-1 blockchains are the backbone of the crypto ecosystem, providing the core infrastructure that powers decentralised applications (dApps), smart contracts, and blockchain networks. Leveraging distributed ledger technology (DLT), these networks enable secure, transparent, and decentralised transaction processing without relying on central...
By N/A 6/19/2026, 7:52:23 AM